Costs & Charges
Viagra Connect vs prescription sildenafil — which is cheaper?
By Pick My Pharmacy Editorial · Updated 9 July 2026
Price comparison
On a like-for-like 50mg basis, generic prescription sildenafil is usually cheaper per tablet. Viagra Connect wins on convenience when you only need a small pack without waiting for a full online doctor pathway.
Clinical and practical differences
Connect is limited to 50mg. Prescription supply offers 25mg/50mg/100mg and pack flexibility. Suitability checks apply to both routes.
People Also Ask
Can I switch from Connect to generic later?
Yes, via a prescription consultation if appropriate — ask the pharmacy or your GP.
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